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1st Nine Weeks Review Make-Up

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
a)
Man vs Man
b)
Man vs Nature
c)
Man vs Society
d)
Man vs Self
2.
He wants to ask someone to the dance but he's too scared.
a)
character vs. character
b)
character vs. self
c)
character vs. nature
d)
character vs. society
3.
a)
character vs. society
b)
character vs. nature
c)
character vs. character
d)
character vs. self
4.
Sarah was accepted into her top choice for college, however, it is the most expensive one on her list. Should she sacrifice her family's wallet to attend the school of her dreams, or should she be conservative and consider other schools?
a)
character vs. character
b)
character vs. society
c)
character vs. nature
d)
character vs. self
5.
In "Twilight," Edward & Jacob battle for Bella's affection.
a)
character vs. character
b)
character vs. nature
c)
character vs. society
d)
character vs. self
6.
What is the definition of an "internal" conflict?
a)
A hero in a story that saves many lives.
b)
A problem that a character has with other characters.
c)
A struggle between a character and a family member.
d)
A struggle that a character faces within him/her self.
7.
What is conflict?
a)
Two characters getting along.
b)
A struggle between two opposing forces.
c)
The climax in a story.
d)
Part of the resolution.
8.
 After Kylie and her friends run out of gas on a road trip, they find themselves stranded in the middle of the desert with nobody around for miles. With no phone signal, little water, and the brutal desert sun pounding down on them, Kylie and her friends make a desperate attempt to find water.
a)
Character vs. Self
b)
Character vs. Character
c)
Character vs. Society
d)
Character vs. Nature
9.

You just found a $20 bill on the sidewalk! You’re

about to pocket it when you’re hit with a wave of

guilt. Should you leave it there in case its owner

comes back to find it?

a)

character vs. society

b)

character vs. self

c)

character vs. character

d)

character vs. nature

10.

Name the Conflict:

David knew his friend was the one who had pulled the fire alarm, but he didn’t know if he should tell on him or keep it a secret.

a)

External Conflict

b)

Internal Conflict

11.
A Dog, to whom the butcher had thrown a bone, was hurrying home with his prize as fast as he could go. As he crossed a narrow bridge, he looked down and saw his reflection in the quiet water as if in a mirror. But the greedy Dog thought he saw a real Dog carrying a bone much bigger than his own. If he had stopped to think he would have known better. But instead of thinking, he dropped his bone and sprang at the Dog in the river, only to find himself swimming for dear life to reach the shore. At last he managed to scramble out, and as he stood sadly thinking about the good bone he had lost, he realized what a foolish Dog he had been.
What is the theme?
a)
Be honest.
b)
Don't be greedy.
c)
Always share your things with others.
d)
Be respectful to others.
12.
During a baseball game, Tanner tried to tag a player leaving first base. When the umpire called the player out, Tanner immediately informed the umpire that he in fact did not tag the runner. Two weeks later, the very same umpire was at another one of Tanner’s baseball games. Tanner was playing short stop and tagged a runner as they approached third base. When the umpire called the player safe, Tanner didn’t say a word, but the umpire noticed the surprised look on Tanner’s face. “Did you tag the runner?” she asked Tanner. When Tanner told her that he did tag the runner, the umpire changed her decision and called the player out. The coaches and parents were furious, but the umpire stood by her decision.
What is the theme?
a)
You should cheat to win.
b)
Always work hard.
c)
It pays to be honest.
d)
Teamwork is best.
13.
One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.
What is the theme?
a)
share with your neighbor
b)
work before you play
c)
be respectful
d)
don't be greedy
14.
The theme is a lesson learned; the moral of the story.
a)
True
b)
False
15.
Which of the following is an example of THEME?
a)
Carry your laptops with two hands at all times.
b)
Cereal is the healthiest food you can eat.
c)
You can severely break your leg while crossing the street.
d)
Life is short; make the most of it.
16.
In a spell of dry weather, when the Birds could find very little to drink, a thirsty Crow found a pitcher with a little water in it. But the pitcher was high and had a narrow neck, and no matter how he tried, the Crow could not reach the water. The poor thing felt as if he would die of thirst. Then an idea came to him. Picking up some small pebbles, he dropped them into the pitcher one by one. With each pebble the water rose a little higher until at last it was near enough so he could drink.
What is the theme?
a)
be persistent
b)
be honest
c)
always share with others
d)
respect your family
17.
What could be a theme of the following: 
In 1946, Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers.  He became the first African American to play basball in Major Leagues.  Robinson's first game was opening day of the 1947 season. He faced the Boston Braves.  He also faced a hostile crowd. 
a)
Join the Dodgers 
b)
Fish out of Water 
c)
Follow your dreams 
d)
Always play baseball 
18.
The girls were coloring when Mike wanted to join along.  One girl moved the crayons closer to them.  The other girl proceeded to take the other crayon boxes.  Mike had no crayons to use.  One girl remarked, "These crayons are ours.  Find your own."
a)
Being greedy is never nice
b)
you should keep your own things to yourself
c)
friends should color together
d)
it's ok to be mean to others when you're coloring
19.
Jim was stacking boxes at work.  There was a certain height he had to reach.  He stretched his body, but could not reach to place the final box at the top.  Bill happened to see Jim struggling and came to his rescue, since he was a foot taller.
a)
teamwork can accomplish a goal
b)
tall people are the best
c)
work hard to reach a goal
d)
people can be like boxes
20.
Susie was waiting for Tina to arrive in the crowded lunch room.  She looked through the crowd to see if she could spot Tina from afar.  Tina was standing in an area all by herself.  She had a perplexed look on her face, as there were no other seats available.  Thankfully, Susie had saved her a seat, and all was well.
a)
Lunch is best when it's crowded
b)
Be nice
c)
Friends should look out for each other
d)
Susie is nice
21.
"You can do it!" shouted her father, as he pushed Chloe and let go.  She was going on her own, but suddenly fell.  She cried, but said, "Again, daddy!" This time she went farther but fell into the ditch.  A few moments later, she was riding down the street, smiling from ear to ear.
a)
you should sacrifice for others
b)
your family will do anything for you
c)
when you are greedy, you will fall down
d)
you should never give up
22.
My best friend was having a party Friday night, but I also had a baseball game.  This was going to be a tough decision.  If I do not go to the game, I will let my team down.
a)
It's important to be loyal
b)
Your friends are the most important things in life
c)
Being good at sports is the best way to get friends
d)
it's important to never give up
23.
She sobbed for hours trying to think of a way out of having to tell her father she wrecked her new car.  After stewing over it for quite some time, she called her father on his cell phone.  "Thank you," he said.
a)
Sometimes crying is good for you
b)
it's important to be honest
c)
Driving a car is a big responsibility
d)
expereincing loss/grief is difficult
24.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Necessity is the mother of invention.
b)
Don't steal.
c)
Respect your elders.
d)
Slowly but surely wins the race.
25.
What is the theme of this story?  
a)
Eat your vegetables.
b)
Don't brag. Be modest. 
c)
Don't talk to strangers. 
d)
Necessity is the mother of invention.
26.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Don't be greedy.
b)
Work together.
c)
Respect your elders. 
d)
Don't steal.
27.
a)
Cheating can have negative consequences.
b)
Follow directions given by a coach.
c)
Cross-country is a difficult sport for some kids.
d)
Don't let others influence you into making bad choices. 
28.
a)
Be an alert passenger when others are driving.
b)
Don't text and drive when traffic is heavy.
c)
When you make a mistake, admit it.
d)
Reckless behavior can hurt you and others. 
29.
Identify possible ways an author presents theme in a literary work.
a)
Through feelings of the main character
b)
Through conversations of the characters
c)
Actions and events in the story
d)
All of the above
30.
Which of these would be a good example of theme in a story?
a)
math is difficult
b)
if you steal, something bad will happen to you
c)
pets make people happy
d)
You should always have respect for others.
31.

Squidward was mean-tempered and rude

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

32.

Pete was a little strange - into sci-fi and comic books, but he was mature for his age and knowledgeable about many things.

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

33.

She was short with dark, black hair that had pink sections on either side of her face. She wore dark skinny jeans tucked into military style boots.

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

34.

The girl was happy as she skipped home.

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

35.

Which words mean: A writer suggests information through a character's thoughts, words, and actions as well as what other characters say and think about the character?

a)

direct characterization

b)

indirect characterization

c)

character traits

d)

character motives

36.

Which words mean: A writer makes direct statements about a character?

a)

direct characterization

b)

indirect characterization

c)

characterization

d)

personality

37.

Joshua was a smart and intelligent boy. He always did his homework and studied hard. It showed up each time he took a test and aced it.


When he arrived at school each day, he would ask his teachers if they needed him to take the chairs down or make copies. He enjoyed going to each class and doing little jobs for his teachers.


Which statement is an example of indirect characterization of Joshua being helpful?

a)

Joshua was a smart and intelligent boy.

b)

He always did his homework and studied hard.

c)

It showed up each time he took a test.

d)

When he arrived at school each day, he would ask his teachers if they needed him to take the chairs down or make copies.

38.

Michael stormed out of the room and slammed his books on the desk. He thought that he'd for sure made an A on his test. He studied all night, but when he looked at the test, he realized that he studied the wrong chapters.


Michael was a great athlete. He really needed that A so that he could play the game on Friday. Luckily for him, it was Tuesday, and his teacher was going to allow him to retake it on Thursday.


Which indirect characterization from the story suggests that Michael is frustrated?

a)

Michael was a great athlete.

b)

He really needed that A so that he could play the game.

c)

Michael stormed out of the room and slammed his books on the desk.

d)

He studied all night.

39.

The author tells the reader about a character's personality

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

40.

The author shows the reader about a character's personality

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

41.

Mary looked away and shifted her feet when her father asked where the money went.

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

42.

The dog was vicious and couldn't be trusted around children.

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

43.

Henry threw the winning touchdown pass with ease.

a)

Indirect-Thoughts

b)

Indirect-Speech

c)

Indirect-Action

d)

Indirect-Effects on Others

e)

Indirect-Looks

44.

He was tall and lean, with dark brown hair and blue eyes.

a)

Indirect-Thoughts

b)

Indirect-Speech

c)

Indirect-Action

d)

Indirect-Effects on Others

e)

Indirect-Looks

45.

Winn wondered why Joe would be so mean to her.

a)

Indirect-Thoughts

b)

Indirect-Speech

c)

Indirect-Action

d)

Indirect-Effects on Others

e)

Indirect-Looks

46.

The students in the back row glared at Stephen who was hiding a cheat-sheet under his leg during the math test.

a)

Indirect-Thoughts

b)

Indirect-Speech

c)

Indirect-Action

d)

Indirect-Effects on Others

e)

Indirect-Looks

47.

Sally screamed at the top of her lungs, "I want more candy!"

a)

Indirect-Thoughts

b)

Indirect-Speech

c)

Indirect-Action

d)

Indirect-Effects on Others

e)

Indirect-Looks

48.

Uncle Jon smells bad and wears old clothes.

a)

Direct Characterization

b)

Indirect Characterization

49.

What strategies are used with Indirect Characterization?

a)

Looks of the character

b)

Direct description of personality of character

c)

Actions of the character

d)

Speech of the character

e)

Thoughts & Feelings of the character

50.

What can you infer about this character? Whenever anyone tries to speak to Dee, she says, "You don't know me," rolls her eyes, and walks away.

a)

Dee is very friendly.

b)

Dee is rude and thinks she is better than everyone else.

c)

Dee has an eye problem.

d)

Dee has a lot of friends.

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